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Denmark halts new data center grid connections amid surging energy demand and regulatory rethink

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04 May 2026
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Denmark has paused new grid connection agreements for data centers due to a surge in demand that far exceeds the country's electricity capacity. This move reflects growing concerns over energy use by power-hungry data centers, with around 60 GW of projects waiting for connections versus Denmark's 7 GW peak demand. The pause, initially set for three months, may be extended as authorities consider new regulations and prioritization criteria. Industry leaders warn that prolonged restrictions could push AI workloads and investments to other countries, impacting Denmark's role as a data center hub in the Nordics.

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